Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken

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Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken

This dish features tender, fall-apart chicken breasts smothered in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, finished with plenty of freshly grated Parmesan and a touch of cream. It’s perfect over pasta, rice, or roasted potatoes.

  • Prep time: 15 minutes

  • Cook time: 4 hours (High) or 6 hours (Low)

  • Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

Ingredient Amount
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 lbs
Garlic, minced 6-8 cloves
Unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup
Parmesan cheese, shredded 1/2 cup
Heavy cream 1/2 cup
Dried oregano & Dried basil 1 tsp each
Red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp (optional)
Salt & Black Pepper To taste
Fresh parsley For garnish

Instructions

  1. Season: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.

  2. The Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and minced garlic. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken.

  3. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 5–6 hours or High for 3–4 hours.

  4. The Finish: About 30 minutes before serving, remove the lid. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded Parmesan cheese.

  5. Shred & Serve: You can leave the breasts whole or use two forks to shred the chicken into the sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra cheese.

Tips for Success

  • Don’t Overcook: Chicken breasts can get “chalky” if left too long. Start checking for an internal temperature of 74°C around the 3-hour mark on High.

  • Use Fresh Garlic: While jarred garlic is convenient, fresh cloves provide a much deeper, sweeter flavor after a long slow cook.

  • Thicken it Up: If the sauce is too thin, whisk 1 tbsp of cornstarch with 1 tbsp of cold water (a slurry) and stir it in during the last 20 minutes.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 410 kcal

  • Protein: 38g

  • Fat: 28g

  • Carbs: 3g

  • Sodium: 450mg

The Benefit: This recipe is high in protein and naturally low-carb/Keto-friendly. Garlic is also known for its immune-boosting properties and its ability to help support heart health.

Q&A

Q: Can I use chicken thighs?

A: Absolutely. Thighs are actually more forgiving in the slow cooker and will stay even juicier than breasts.

Q: Can I add vegetables?

A: Yes! Baby potatoes or carrots work great if added at the start. If you want to add spinach or broccoli, toss them in during the last 20 minutes so they don’t get mushy.

Q: What should I serve this with?

A: It’s famous over fettuccine or zucchini noodles, but it also pairs beautifully with a side of crusty sourdough bread to soak up the garlic butter.

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